The Department of State is leading a coordinated, whole-of-government response, including direct contact with passengers, diplomatic coordination, and engagement with domestic and international health authorities, the CDC said
Indonesia narcotics agency uncovers prison-linked drug network
The East Nusa Tenggara (NTT) Provincial Narcotics Agency (BNNP) has dismantled a drug trafficking ring that was being ...
Food aid serves as stimulus to maintain household consumption: Bapanas
The National Food Agency (Bapanas) stated that food assistance serves as an economic stimulus to maintain household ...
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Indonesia eyes role in global AI industry supply chain
Deputy Communication and Digital Affairs Minister Nezar Patria has outlined Indonesias potential to enter the ...
Indonesian Army partners with government to tackle waste issues
The Indonesian Army has underscored the importance of proper waste management in supporting national energy and food ...
Dairy exports to Vietnam highlight Indonesia's global competitiveness
The Ministry of Agriculture stated that the processed dairy product export to Vietnam serves as clear evidence of the ...
VP Gibran receives pesantren leaders to boost national synergy
Indonesian Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka received a visit from the leadership council of an Islamic boarding ...
Indonesia pushes equal access for women in education and work
Women's Empowerment and Child Protection Minister Arifah Fauzi has emphasized that Indonesian women must have equal ...
Indonesia arrest eight ISIS linked suspects in Central Sulawesi
Indonesias elite counterterrorism unit Densus 88 has arrested eight suspected members of Jamaah Anshoru Daulah ...
Indonesia-USFDA pact boosts $45 million spice trade security
The Indonesian Food and Drug Monitoring Agency (BPOM) signed a Confidentiality Commitment (CC) with the United States ...
Manufacturing remains backbone of Indonesia's economy: ministry
The Industry Ministry stated that the manufacturing industry has emphasized its role as a major contributor to national ...
Indonesia ships first yogurt export to Vietnam
The Indonesian Ministry of Trade oversaw the inaugural export of yogurt products to Vietnam on Tuesday, with a total ...
Only 6 percent of Indonesian universities earn top accreditation
Director of Institutional Affairs at the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and Technology Mukhamad Najib revealed ...
Indonesia calls for inclusive economic growth at ASEAN Summit
Trade Minister Budi Santoso departed for Cebu, Philippines, on Wednesday to attend the 48th ASEAN Summit to discuss ...
Indonesian police arrest eight terror suspects in Central Sulawesi
Indonesia's National Police arrested eight suspected terrorists linked to the ISIS-affiliated Jamaah Ansharut ...
Indonesia to revive bond stabilization fund to defend weak rupiah
Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa plans to reactivate a bond stabilization fund as the Indonesian government is ...
Trump threatens Iran with higher level bombing if it doesn't reopen Strait of Hormuz
He said it was perhaps a big assumption that Iran would agree to the terms being offered by the United States
Purbaya says Indonesia can accelerate growth without extra budget
Indonesian Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa stated that the government is capable of accelerating economic growth ...
Prabowo sends KSP Chief Dudung to MUI to gather clerics' aspirations
President Prabowo Subianto dispatched Presidential Staff Office (KSP) Chief Dudung Abdurachman to the Indonesian Ulema ...
Deadly passenger bus crash in South Sumatra leaves 16 dead
A fatal collision between a passenger bus and a tanker truck in North Musi Rawas District, South Sumatra, on Wednesday ...
Indonesia intensifies tuberculosis treatment amid rising cases
Indonesia is intensifying treatment for tuberculosis (TB) as the number of cases continues to increase with over ...
Indonesia, Philippines have no nickel G2G cooperation: minister
Indonesia and the Philippines have no government-to-government (G2G) cooperation in the nickel sector, Energy and ...
Indonesia to keep subsidies in LPG-to-CNG transition
Indonesia will maintain subsidies for compressed natural gas planned to replace subsidized 3-kilogram LPG cylinders, ...
Fifty monks to walk from Bali to Borobudur Temple for Vesak
Fifty Buddhist monks will join the Indonesia Walk for Peace from Bali to Borobudur Temple in Magelang, Central Java, ...
Govt targets 3-kilogram CNG for household use starting this year
Indonesia's Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM) Ministry aims for compressed natural gas (CNG) to replace liquefied ...
Paspampres, US MARSOC hold joint training exercise
Indonesias Presidential Security Force (Paspampres) held a Subject Matter Expert Exchange (SMEE) with the U.S. ...
Indonesia disburses US$150 mln for school upgrades, digital push
Indonesia has disbursed Rp2.6 trillion (about US$150 million) from its 2026 budget for nationwide school revitalization ...
Indonesia expands inclusive sharia certification for hospitals
The Indonesian government assures sharia certification in healthcare system is inclusively applied to create its better ...
Indonesia set to be 4th-largest aviation market by 2030
Industry Minister Agus Gumiwang Kartasasmita said Indonesia is projected to become the worlds fourth-largest ...
Hundreds nabbed in Batam raid over suspected online scam syndicate
Hundreds of foreign nationals were arrested during an immigration raid at an apartment in Batam, Riau Islands, as ...
Free health screening program reaches 100 million Indonesians
The Free Health Screening (CKG) program has reached 100 million Indonesians as of May 2026, Head of the Indonesian ...
Indonesia prepares workers for growing green jobs demand
The Indonesian government is preparing skilled workers to meet growing demand for green jobs amid rapid growth in the ...
Trump-backed Vivek Ramaswamy wins Republican nomination for Ohio Governor
Mr. Ramaswamy initially ran against Mr. Trump for the Republican presidential nomination in 2024, but withdrew and backed Mr. Trump
Indonesia records lower imports in March amid geopolitical pressures
Indonesia's imports declined in March 2026 due to the Eid al-Fitr holiday period, geopolitical pressures, and ...
ASEAN ministers adopt Bali Declaration on youth, sports
ASEAN youth and sports ministers adopted a six-point Bali Declaration to boost cooperation on youth development and ...
Indonesia's alms agency, Qatar bolster humanitarian ties
The National Amil Zakat Agency (Baznas) is strengthening its partnership with Qatar to enhance humanitarian and ...
Indonesia's police reforms to target structure, management: Committee
Reforms to Indonesias police will focus on institutional and managerial changes, based on recommendations ...
BRIN develops technologies to protect Javas north coast
Indonesias National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) has prepared five technologies to strengthen ...
Indonesia urges restraint after Fujairah oil facility attack
Indonesia expressed concern over reported missile and drone strikes on oil facilities in Fujairah, UAE, urging ...
The Machine Era of Spam Calls: The Ten Most Spammed Countries in the World
Indonesia is the most spammed country in the world. In 2025, Truecaller identified 79 percent of all unknown ...
Indonesia returns to Venice Biennale with 14 artists
Indonesia will send 14 fine artists to the 2026 Venice Biennale,marking its return after a six-year absence, ...
President Prabowo to limit police roles outside force, says adviser
President Prabowo Subianto has decided to strictly limit positions Indonesian police officers can hold outside the ...
Indonesia flags pressures behind Krakatau Osaka Steel closure
Indonesias Industry Ministry said multiple pressures forced PT Krakatau Osaka Steel to halt production and ...
President Prabowo backs BI's seven steps to steady Rupiah
President Prabowo Subianto endorsed seven strategies proposed by Bank Indonesia (BI) to stabilize the rupiah after ...
Indonesia boosts biosecurity to curb pests, wildlife trade
Indonesia is strengthening its biodiversity protection system through closer inter-agency coordination and operational ...
Trump says pausing Hormuz operation in push for Iran deal
Mr. Trump said on Truth Social that he was now pausing Project Freedom after a request by mediator Pakistan and other countries, saying that Great Progress has been made toward a Complete and Final Agreement with Tehran
Consider Teesta water sharing deal under current circumstances: Bangladesh FM post BJPs Bengal win
Mamata percieved as hurdle in Teesta talks; ahead of Beijing trip, Bangladesh FM says, Of course, Teesta will be discussed with China; Dhaka demands greater share of Teesta waters
Rubio expects 'frank' meeting with pope as Trump takes fresh potshots at Leo
I dont accept the idea that somehow theres some deep rift, said Brian Burch, the U.S. ambassador to the Holy See
Watch: How was Vijays spectacular win covered in Sri Lanka?
Sri Lankan Tamil media on Tuesday (May 5, 2026) dedicated prominent slots on their front pages to actor C. Joseph Vijay, carrying news reports and photographs of his big win in the Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections.
BRIN urges strict safety controls for national free meal program
A senior researcher from Indonesias National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) has called for rigorous ...
Pakistan court declares PM Shehbaz's daughter and her husband 'innocent' in corruption case
Authorities to relocate Bandung Zoo animals amid management crisis
Indonesian conservation authorities are preparing to relocate protected and endemic wildlife from the embattled Bandung ...
India-UAE, India-U.S. among top 10 migration corridors in 2024: UN
The report said that around 3.2 million Indian migrants were living in the United States in 2024, the second largest foreign-born group after Mexicans.
Indonesia monitors financial services amid US-Iran conflict
Indonesia is conducting intensive monitoring to ensure that the financial services sector remains resilient amid ...
Govt strives to stabilize rupiah amidst global pressure
The Indonesian government is intensifying efforts to maintain the stability of the rupiah amidst global turmoil. The ...
Over 65 percent of Java's north coast hit by erosion: BRIN
Over 65 percent of Javas northern coastline is suffering from erosionfueled by massive industrial ...
Indonesian Army boosts defense ties with Singapore
The Indonesian Army (TNI AD) strengthens defense cooperation with the Singapore Army to ensure regional ...
Indonesia, Singapore partner to foster globally competitive youth
Indonesia and Singapore have agreed to step up bilateral cooperation through youth development efforts to nurture young ...
Gov't to provide incentives to support labor-intensive industries
Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa said the government has planned to provide incentives for labor-intensive ...
VP condemns sexual violence against 50 students in Pati
Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka strongly condemned the alleged sexual violence against 50 female students at a ...
Gov't revitalizes Lampa Strait Port in Natuna
The Transportation Ministry is revitalizing the Lampa Strait Port in Natuna District, Riau Islands Province, to improve ...
Indonesia, Laos explore fertilizer investment in Jakarta talks
Indonesian Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka met Lao Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Thongsavanh ...
Bali immigration nabs 62 foreigners for suspected violations
Indonesia's immigration authority in Bali has nabbed 62 foreign nationals for alleged immigration violations and ...
Green policing strengthens environmental protection efforts: Minister
Minister of Environment Moh Jumhur Hidayat expressed support for strengthening collaboration in environmental ...
Indonesia able to escape 5 percent growth trap: Purbaya
Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa stated that the 5.61 percent economic growth in the first quarter (Q1) of 2026 ...
Minister seeks input on education in East Nusa Tenggara
Minister of Primary and Secondary Education Abdul Mu'ti directly gathered input regarding education policy in East ...
Baznas, Turkiye collaborate on strategic humanitarian programs
The National Zakat Agency Baznas is collaborating with Turkiye through the Turkish Embassy in Indonesia to utilize ...
Indonesia plans to roll out incentives for 200,000 electric vehicles
The Indonesian government plans to roll out incentives for 100,000 electric cars and 100,000 motorcycles in the initial ...
Pakistan Navy aids crew of Indian vessel stranded in Arabian Sea
The Navy was assisted by the Pakistan Maritime Security Agency in the rescue and support operation, the Dawn newspaper reported on May 4, 2026, quoting security sources
Govt in early discussion to establish international financial center
The government is in early discussions of establishing an international financial center, which will be managed by a ...
VP Gibran receives Lao Deputy PM, strengthens RI-Lao relations
Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka received a working visit from Lao Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign ...
West Sumatra to fix Tour de Singkarak road with World Bank assistance
The West Sumatra Provincial Government is working to repair several roads for the 2027 Tour de Singkarak (TdS), an ...
Free meal programme keeps being improved to strengthen food security
Indonesian National Nutrition Agency (BGN) stated that the governance of the Free Nutritious Meals Program (MBG) ...
Investment contributes 32 percent to Q1 growth: minister
Investment contributes around 32 percent to Indonesias 5.61 percent growth in the first quarter (Q1) of 2026, ...
Indonesia records 5.61 percent economic growth in Q1 2026
Statistics Indonesia (BPS) announced that Indonesia recorded 5.61 percent year-on-year (yoy) economic growth in the ...
Danantara Indonesia buys into GoTo, aims for larger share
Chief Executive Officer of Indonesias sovereign wealth fund Danantara Rosan Roeslani confirmed that his team had ...
Indonesia weighs EV incentives to boost industry, cut energy costs
Indonesian Industry Minister Agus Gumiwang Kartasasmita and Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa convened a meeting in ...
Superstar Vijay stuns rivals and reshapes politics in Tamil Nadu state
Film star Vijay has defied naysayers to almost sweep Tamil Nadu polls, marking a break in the political order.
Iranian tanker is exercising UNCLOS rights of passage, RI MoFA
Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) stated that Iranian supertankers, which were sailing in Indonesian waters ...
Polri arrests Interpol-listed cyber fraud suspect
Indonesias National Police (Polri) have arrested a citizen listed on Interpols Red Notice over alleged ...
BRIN asks for public input in the 2026 Roadmap
The National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN), together with the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and ...
Gov't preparing scheme to ensure non-civil servant teachers' future
The Primary and Secondary Education Ministry is preparing a new scheme to ensure the continuity of employment and ...
Indonesian govt taps universities for Java seawall project
The Indonesian governmentwill mobilize universities and research institutions to support the planned giant ...
Floods inundate 115 neighborhood units across Jakarta
Flooding submerged 115 neighborhood units across West, East and South Jakarta, with water levels ranging from 15 cm to ...
South Korea to probe ship fire in Strait of Hormuz, Trump blames Iranian attack
The exact cause of the accident would be figured out after the vessel is towed and its damage is assessed, South Koreas Foreign Ministry said in a statement
U.S. Military strike on alleged drug boat kills two in the Caribbean
The Trump administrations campaign of blowing up alleged drug-trafficking vessels in Latin American waters has persisted since early September and killed at least 188 people in total
Indonesia's Baznas sets up Gaza tent schools for 600 children
Indonesias National Alms Agency (Baznas) has launched four emergency school tents in central Gaza to serve up to ...
Indonesia outlines expanded military cooperation with Japan
Indonesia outlined expanded military cooperation with Japan after signing a Defense Cooperation Arrangement (DCA), ...
Jakarta keeps tax breaks for electric vehicles
Jakarta will maintain fiscal incentives for battery electric vehicles, including exemptions from motor vehicle tax and ...
